{"id":260,"date":"2025-04-05T18:31:23","date_gmt":"2025-04-05T16:31:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/?page_id=260"},"modified":"2026-05-30T10:13:21","modified_gmt":"2026-05-30T08:13:21","slug":"lip-care","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/facial-care\/lip-care\/","title":{"rendered":"Lip care"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"bd-brand\">\n<style>\n.bd-brand .bd-hub-grid{display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fill,minmax(260px,1fr));gap:16px;margin-top:8px}\n.bd-brand .bd-hub-card{display:flex;flex-direction:column;gap:8px;padding:24px 26px;background:rgba(255,255,255,0.6);border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.95);border-radius:22px;backdrop-filter:blur(20px);text-decoration:none;transition:transform 0.25s ease,box-shadow 0.25s ease;box-shadow:0 10px 40px rgba(42,36,56,0.04)}\n.bd-brand .bd-hub-card:hover{transform:translateY(-4px);box-shadow:0 22px 55px rgba(42,36,56,0.1)}\n.bd-brand .bd-hub-card-tag{font-family:var(--bd-sans);font-size:11px;font-weight:600;color:var(--bd-accent);letter-spacing:0.06em;text-transform:uppercase}\n.bd-brand .bd-hub-card h3{font-family:var(--bd-serif);font-weight:500;font-size:20px;line-height:1.2;color:var(--bd-ink);letter-spacing:-0.01em;margin:0}\n.bd-brand .bd-hub-card-arrow{font-family:var(--bd-serif);font-style:italic;font-size:14px;color:var(--bd-accent);margin-top:auto;padding-top:4px}\n.bd-brand .bd-video-wrap{position:relative;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;border-radius:22px;overflow:hidden;box-shadow:0 22px 55px rgba(42,36,56,0.12);margin-top:8px}\n.bd-brand .bd-video-wrap iframe{position:absolute;inset:0;width:100%;height:100%;border:0}\n.bd-brand .bd-care-grid{display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fit,minmax(240px,1fr));gap:16px;margin-top:8px}\n.bd-brand .bd-care-card{padding:26px 28px;background:rgba(255,255,255,0.6);border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.95);border-radius:22px;backdrop-filter:blur(20px);box-shadow:0 10px 40px rgba(42,36,56,0.04)}\n.bd-brand .bd-care-card .bd-care-tag{font-family:var(--bd-sans);font-size:11px;font-weight:600;color:var(--bd-accent);letter-spacing:0.06em;text-transform:uppercase}\n.bd-brand .bd-care-card h3{font-family:var(--bd-serif);font-weight:500;font-size:21px;line-height:1.2;color:var(--bd-ink);letter-spacing:-0.01em;margin:8px 0 10px}\n.bd-brand .bd-care-card p{font-family:var(--bd-sans);font-size:14.5px;line-height:1.6;color:var(--bd-ink-soft,#5a5560);margin:0}\n.bd-brand>p:empty{display:none!important}\n.bd-brand>p{margin:0!important}\nhtml body .bd-brand .bd-section{padding:48px 0 !important}\nhtml body .bd-brand .bd-hero{padding-bottom:8px !important}\nhtml body .bd-brand .bd-hero .bd-hero-meta{margin-bottom:0 !important}\nhtml body .bd-brand .bd-dark{margin-top:24px !important;margin-bottom:24px !important}\nhtml body .bd-brand .bd-final{padding-top:48px !important;padding-bottom:48px !important;margin-top:0 !important}\n@media (max-width:900px){html body .bd-brand .bd-section{padding:36px 0 !important}html body .bd-brand .bd-hero{padding-top:56px !important}html body .bd-brand .bd-eyebrow{margin-top:8px}}\n<\/style>\n<section class=\"bd-hero\" style=\"padding-bottom:8px !important;padding-top:56px !important\">\n<div class=\"bd-wrap\"><span class=\"bd-eyebrow\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/facial-care\/\" style=\"color:inherit;text-decoration:none\">Guide skincare - Facial care<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h1>Lip care - <em>avoid dry, chapped lips<\/em> according to a doctor and analyses by BeautyDecoders.<\/h1>\n<p class=\"bd-hero-sub\">The skin on the lips is very thin and lacks sebaceous glands: it quickly dehydrates and has no natural protection. For healthy lips: use a nourishing balm morning and night, SPF 30+ when exposed to the sun, drink enough water and avoid aggravating gestures (licking, peeling) and drying ingredients - menthol, camphor, alcohol.<\/p>\n<div class=\"bd-hero-meta\">\n<div class=\"bd-hero-meta-item\"><span>Approach<\/span><strong>Independent cosmetic analysis<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-hero-meta-item\"><span>Specific<\/span><strong>Skin without sebaceous glands<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-hero-meta-item\"><span>Key<\/span><strong>Nourish, protect, do not attack<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"bd-dark\">\n<div class=\"bd-wrap\"><span class=\"bd-section-label\">Understanding<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Skin <em>on the side<\/em><\/h2>\n<p class=\"bd-lead\" style=\"color:rgba(250,246,239,0.9)\">The skin of the lips is much thinner and more fragile than that of the face: 3 to 5 layers of cells versus around 16, and neither sebaceous nor sweat glands to produce the protective hydrolipidic film.<\/p>\n<div class=\"bd-dark-quote\"><strong>Why they dry out so quickly<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Without this protective film, lips are poorly protected and dehydrate very quickly. Poorly cared for, they become dry, chapped and sore, and can develop cracks that can lead to infection. Well-moisturized lips are more comfortable, more beautiful and better protected from external aggressions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"bd-section\">\n<div class=\"bd-wrap\"><span class=\"bd-section-label\">The causes<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Why lips <em>dry and chapped<\/em><\/h2>\n<p class=\"bd-lead\">A number of everyday factors cause dry, chapped lips. Understanding these causes allows us to act at source.<\/p>\n<div class=\"bd-pillars-grid\">\n<div class=\"bd-pillar\">\n<div class=\"bd-pillar-num\">01<\/div>\n<h4>Cold &amp; dry climate<\/h4>\n<p>In winter, cold, wind and dry air (outside or from heating) alter the skin barrier and accelerate water loss.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-pillar\">\n<div class=\"bd-pillar-num\">02<\/div>\n<h4>UV exposure<\/h4>\n<p>Lips contain very little melanin, do not tan and burn easily: dehydration, premature aging and increased risk of long-term damage.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-pillar\">\n<div class=\"bd-pillar-num\">03<\/div>\n<h4>Lack of hydration<\/h4>\n<p>Not drinking enough is reflected directly on the thin skin of the lips, which becomes chapped more quickly.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-pillar\">\n<div class=\"bd-pillar-num\">04<\/div>\n<h4>Aggravating habits<\/h4>\n<p>Licking the lips removes moisture (saliva evaporates) and its enzymes irritate; biting or peeling the skin aggravates cracks.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-alert bd-alert-info\"><span class=\"bd-alert-icon\">\u2695\ufe0f<\/span><\/p>\n<div><strong>Irritating or medical factors :<\/strong> Excessive smoking and alcohol dry out the skin, while spicy or acidic foods irritate. Constantly chapped lips may indicate a vitamin B deficiency, fungal infection of the corners of the mouth or another health problem - in which case medical advice is useful.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"bd-section\">\n<div class=\"bd-wrap\"><span class=\"bd-section-label\">Which care for which need<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Visit <em>four families<\/em> care<\/h2>\n<p class=\"bd-lead\">Depending on the need - to repair, protect from the sun, maintain daily or intensely nourish at night - we choose a different texture and formula. In all cases, wax, oils and glycerine are preferred, without menthol, camphor, eucalyptol, perfume or alcohol.<\/p>\n<div class=\"bd-care-grid\">\n<div class=\"bd-care-card\"><span class=\"bd-care-tag\">Repair<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Repairing balms<\/h3>\n<p>To repair and nourish dry lips, use a rich balm based on wax, oils or glycerine, without menthol, camphor or perfume. Use whenever lips are chapped or sore.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-care-card\"><span class=\"bd-care-tag\">Protect<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Anti-UV Sticks (SPF 30+)<\/h3>\n<p>In case of sun exposure, a stick with SPF 30 sunscreen or higher protects against sunburn and premature aging. Reapply every two hours.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-care-card\"><span class=\"bd-care-tag\">Maintain<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Daily moisturizing balms<\/h3>\n<p>For everyday maintenance, a moisturizing balm to keep with you and reapply as soon as lips feel tight.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-care-card\"><span class=\"bd-care-tag\">Feeding at night<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Masks &amp; night care<\/h3>\n<p>For intense repair, apply a nourishing mask or night cream generously before bedtime.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"bd-section\">\n<div class=\"bd-wrap\"><span class=\"bd-section-label\">On video<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Lip care <em>explained<\/em><\/h2>\n<div class=\"bd-video-wrap\"><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/iipnUG3s3g8\" title=\"Lip care - BeautyDecoded\" loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"bd-section\">\n<div class=\"bd-wrap\"><span class=\"bd-section-label\">Summary table<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Causes and solutions <em>at a glance<\/em><\/h2>\n<p class=\"bd-lead\">Our lips suffer as soon as they are exposed to an aggressive environment or are poorly moisturized. There's a simple solution for every cause.<\/p>\n<div class=\"bd-overview-table\">\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Common cause<\/th>\n<th>Recommended solution<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Cold, wind, dry air (winter)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Rich, full-coverage balm before exposure. Scarf in freezing weather, humidifier indoors, sufficient hydration even in winter.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Sun and UV rays (summer)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>SPF 30+ balm before any prolonged outing, repeat every 2 hours, especially after eating, drinking or swimming.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Dehydration<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Drink 1.5 to 2 L of water a day. Limit excess alcohol and coffee, which dehydrate.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Licking or biting<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Use a balm rather than licking your lips. Never remove dead skin, which creates cracks and delays healing.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Irritating products<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Do not smoke. Rinse mouth after eating spicy or acidic foods. Choose a balm without camphor, menthol, eucalyptol, perfume or alcohol; prefer wax, oils and glycerine.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"bd-section\">\n<div class=\"bd-wrap\"><span class=\"bd-section-label\">The routine<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>A routine for <em>healthy lips<\/em><\/h2>\n<div class=\"bd-routines\">\n<div class=\"bd-routine\"><span class=\"bd-routine-tag\">Every day<\/span><\/p>\n<h4>Moisturize, protect, <em>repair<\/em><\/h4>\n<div class=\"bd-routine-step\"><span class=\"bd-routine-time\">1<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"bd-routine-products\"><strong>Internal hydration<\/strong> Drink enough water throughout the day (about 8 glasses).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-routine-step\"><span class=\"bd-routine-time\">2<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"bd-routine-products\"><strong>Morning protection<\/strong> A rich moisturizing balm every morning, with SPF 30 if exposure is planned.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-routine-step\"><span class=\"bd-routine-time\">3<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"bd-routine-products\"><strong>During the day<\/strong> Keep a stick with you, reapply every 2 to 3 hours or as soon as lips feel tight.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-routine-step\"><span class=\"bd-routine-time\">4<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"bd-routine-products\"><strong>Evening care<\/strong> A repairing balm applied generously before bedtime.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-routine-step\"><span class=\"bd-routine-time\">5<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"bd-routine-products\"><strong>Gentle exfoliation<\/strong> A very light exfoliation once a week (using a soft brush or warm cloth), followed by immediate moisturizing.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"bd-dark\">\n<div class=\"bd-wrap\"><span class=\"bd-section-label\">Depending on the season<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Adapt <em>winter and summer<\/em><\/h2>\n<div class=\"bd-pillars-grid\">\n<div class=\"bd-pillar\">\n<div class=\"bd-pillar-num\">\u2744<\/div>\n<h4>In winter<\/h4>\n<p>Apply a rich balm more often, cover lips with a scarf, drink regularly even when not thirsty, avoid drying lipsticks.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-pillar\">\n<div class=\"bd-pillar-num\">\u2600<\/div>\n<h4>In summer<\/h4>\n<p>Balm SPF 30 or more, drink plenty of water to compensate for perspiration, reapply after swimming or eating, wear a hat to shade the face.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-dark-quote\"><strong>Mistakes to avoid<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Lick your lips, peel off dead skin, breathe through your mouth, use products containing camphor, menthol or alcohol, and forget about sun protection. Five simple reflexes that make all the difference over time.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<p><!-- ===== CTA APP (bd-final standard) ===== --><\/p>\n<section class=\"bd-final\" style=\"padding-top:48px !important;margin-top:0 !important\">\n<div class=\"bd-wrap\">\n<div class=\"bd-final-inner\">\n<div class=\"bd-section-label\">Further information<\/div>\n<h2>Analyze lip balm on <em>your skin profile<\/em>.<\/h2>\n<p>The BeautyDecoded application lets you scan any cosmetic product to visualize its suitability for your skin type and needs, based on INCI analysis.<\/p>\n<div class=\"bd-cta-wrap\" style=\"justify-content: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/beautydecoded.go.link\/88eZ2\" class=\"bd-cta\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Discover BeautyDecoded<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-cta-meta\" style=\"margin-top: 16px;\">Application available on iOS and Android<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"bd-section\">\n<div class=\"bd-wrap\"><span class=\"bd-section-label\">Frequently asked questions<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Your questions about <em>lip care<\/em><\/h2>\n<div class=\"bd-faq-list\">\n<details class=\"bd-faq-item\">\n<summary>Why do I always have dry lips?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"bd-faq-answer\">This can be due to the environment (cold, wind, sun), insufficient hydration or habits such as lip licking. Identify the cause and adapt your skincare routine accordingly.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details class=\"bd-faq-item\">\n<summary>How can you quickly treat chapped lips?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"bd-faq-answer\">Apply a repair balm several times a day, avoid touching or biting your lips, and moisturize well. Give your skin time to regenerate.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details class=\"bd-faq-item\">\n<summary>Should you exfoliate your lips?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"bd-faq-answer\">Yes, but gently: once a week is enough, with a soft brush or a very light scrub, followed by immediate moisturizing.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details class=\"bd-faq-item\">\n<summary>Why use a balm with SPF?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"bd-faq-answer\">Melanin-poor lips burn easily in the sun. An SPF balm prevents sunburn, premature aging and the risk of long-term damage.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details class=\"bd-faq-item\">\n<summary>What if my lips remain dry despite everything?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"bd-faq-answer\">If dryness persists despite a good routine, consult a healthcare professional to rule out allergy, vitamin B deficiency or an underlying condition such as cheilitis.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"bd-section\">\n<div class=\"bd-wrap\"><span class=\"bd-section-label\">Further information<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Our guides <em>additional<\/em><\/h2>\n<div class=\"bd-hub-grid\"><a class=\"bd-hub-card\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/facial-care\/anti-uv-care\/\"><span class=\"bd-hub-card-tag\">Guide<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Sun protection<\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"bd-hub-card-arrow\">Read the guide \u2192<\/span><\/a><a class=\"bd-hub-card\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/facial-care\/moisturizer\/\"><span class=\"bd-hub-card-tag\">Guide<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>How to moisturize your skin<\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"bd-hub-card-arrow\">Read the guide \u2192<\/span><\/a><a class=\"bd-hub-card\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/facial-care\/\"><span class=\"bd-hub-card-tag\">Hub<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>All facial treatments<\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"bd-hub-card-arrow\">Read the guide \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<div class=\"bd-sig\"><strong>Dr Sylvain David<\/strong><span>Plastic and aesthetic surgeon - Founder of BeautyDecoded<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-source\"><strong>Scientific sources<\/strong> - Fonseca A, Jacob SE &amp; Sindle A, <em>Art of prevention: Practical interventions in lip-licking dermatitis<\/em> (Int J Womens Dermatol, 2020) ; Cheng H et al., <em>Patch testing for cheilitis: A 10-year series<\/em> (Dermatitis, 2019).<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-disclaimer\">\n<p>Information for educational purposes only. It does not replace a medical consultation and must be adapted to each individual. The compatibility scores generated by the application do not prejudge the individual tolerance of each skin type. In the event of pregnancy, skin pathology or doubt, dermatological advice is recommended. A tolerance test should be carried out before using the product for the first time.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Skincare Guide \u00b7 Facial Care \u00b7 Lip Care \u2014 How to Avoid Dry and Chapped Lips, According to a Doctor and Analysis by BeautyDecodeurs. The skin on the lips is very thin and lacks sebaceous glands: it dries out quickly and has no natural protection. 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